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Old Quebec Funicular — Funicular cars climbing the hillside beside the trackPhoto: Wilfredor · CC0 · edited
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Old Quebec Funicular

Cable cars & funiculars ·Québec ·Closed
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The Old Quebec Funicular is an inclined elevator in Quebec City’s Old Quebec neighbourhood.

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Old Quebec Funicular — Lower station facade with visitors gathered at the entrance Jeangagnon · CC BY-SA 3.0 · edited
Old Quebec Funicular — Lower station facade with visitors gathered at the entranceOld Quebec Funicular — Funicular track rising through autumn treesOld Quebec Funicular — Snowy hillside track leading to the upper stationOld Quebec Funicular — Funicular rails crossing the snowy hillside above Old QuebecOld Quebec Funicular — Lower station facade beneath the Château FrontenacOld Quebec Funicular — Funicular track climbing between trees and a stone wallOld Quebec Funicular — Steep funicular track above the narrow Old Quebec streetOld Quebec Funicular — Funicular track framed by colorful buildings and greeneryOld Quebec Funicular — Green lower station kiosk on the terraceOld Quebec Funicular — Lower station kiosk illuminated at night

Opening hours

Today09:00 – 16:00Show all
Monday09:00 – 16:00
Tuesday09:00 – 16:00
Wednesday09:00 – 16:00
Thursday09:00 – 16:00
Friday09:00 – 16:00
Saturday09:00 – 16:00
Sunday09:00 – 16:00

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Why go

  • Enjoy panoramic views of the Saint-Laurent River and Petit-Champlain quarter.
  • Travel between Dufferin Terrace in Upper Town and Rue du Petit-Champlain in Lower Town.
  • Ride a 64-metre route with a maximum incline of 45 degrees.

Best time to visit

  • The funicular operates year-round, including in winter.

Tips for your visit

  • There is a souvenir shop at each station.

Know before you go

  • Open daily, 09:00–16:00.

Interesting facts2

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  1. The system uses two independent, self-contained cabins.

    Funiculaire du Vieux-Québec - Wikipedia

  2. The cars run on an electrified double track.

    Funiculaire du Vieux-Québec - Wikipedia

History

  1. 17 November 1879William Griffith’s funicular opened using steam power and water counterweights.
  2. 1907Alexander Cummings converted it to electric power.
  3. 2 July 1945A fire destroyed the structure.
  4. 1946It was rebuilt with a protective metal cage.
  5. Early 1970sHeritage officials sought to remove it because they considered its metal cage unsightly. Owner Jean-Guy Armstrong saved it by turning it into a scenic ride with views of the river and Petit Champlain.
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  1. 1978It reopened after major renovations.
  2. 12 October 1996A cable and brake failure killed two people and injured 14.
  3. 1998It reopened after complete modernization.
  4. 2004A sculpture by Lucienne Cornet was unveiled nearby for its 125th anniversary, and a book was published.

Don't miss

  • Lower stationThe lower station is housed in French explorer Louis Joliet’s former home.Rue du Petit-Champlain

How to get there

  • On footThe lower station is at 16 rue du Petit-Champlain, in Quartier Petit-Champlain.
  • On footThe upper station is on Terrasse Dufferin, beside the Parks Canada kiosk and behind Château Frontenac.

Sources: Old Quebec Funicular - Wikipedia · Funiculaire du Vieux-Québec | Relier le Vieux-Q… · Funiculaire du Vieux-Québec - Wikipedia · Funiculaire du Vieux-Québec - Wikipedia · checked 29 Sep 2026

Where
16 rue du Petit-Champlain, Quebec City

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Questions and answers

How much does a ride on the Old Quebec Funicular cost?

A ride costs $7 per passage.

How can I contact the Old Quebec Funicular?

Call 418-692-1132.

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